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Wyevale Nurseries boosts ‘3-30-300 Rule’ – how many trees can you see from your window?
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford is launching an awareness campaign centred on the ‘3-30-300 Rule’ to highlight how urban trees and green infrastructure improve wellbeing, climate resilience and access to nature in conurbations (April 2026). The rule, first proposed by...
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Wyevale Nurseries boosts ‘3-30-300 Rule’ – how many trees can you see from your window?
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford is launching an awareness campaign centred on the ‘3-30-300 Rule’ to highlight how urban trees and green infrastructure improve wellbeing, climate resilience and access to nature in conurbations (April 2026). The rule, first proposed by...
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University Research Backs Innovative Prison Scheme to Break Cycle of Reoffending
Experts from the University of Worcester have been working with men recently released from prison to evaluate the impact of an innovative rehabilitation programme centred around fitness. Their report on the pilot scheme could help make the case for rolling the...
Eardington station takes centre stage at the Severn Valley Railway’s Branch Line Weekend
Severn Valley Railway’s smallest station is set for its biggest ever moment in the spotlight when trains call at Eardington in unprecedented numbers during the Branch Line Weekend on Saturday 28 February and Sunday 1 March. For most of the year, passenger trains pass...
Patron & Strategic News
New partners grow law firm’s corporate and commercial property teams
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has strengthened its Corporate and Commercial Property offerings through two new partner appointments. Widely respected corporate law specialist Sophie Thornton has joined the firm from international law firm, Pinsent Masons, and...
Worcester law firm raises over £2,500 for local hospice
Worcester law firm mfg Solicitors has raised a total of £2,579 for local charity St Richard’s Hospice. Staff at The Tything-based firm raised £1,579 over the past year through a number of activities and events, including a karaoke evening and a 10km run. A further...
Chamber News
Winners from the Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards
Businesses in Worcestershire are celebrating after the Visit Worcestershire Tourism awards. A total of 37 finalists were shortlisted by expert judges, with 12 winners being awarded for their service to the sector. Sponsored by Love to Visit, the glamorous awards...
Residents spend £845K with Herefordshire Shop Local cards
People in Herefordshire have spent more than £845,000 using cards aimed at encouraging local shopping. The county council offered households a free Shop Local card, giving each one £25 to spend in stores in the area. Nearly 60,000 out of 90,000 eligible households...
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Introducing NS Ede Consulting Ltd
NS Ede Consulting Ltd is directed by Nigel Shaun Ede, who offers full implementation and ongoing support of ISO & BRC Business Quality Management Systems. Nigel is also qualified to undertake both internal and supplier audits. Leaning on over thirty years of hands...
Introducing NS Ede Consulting Ltd
NS Ede Consulting Ltd is directed by Nigel Shaun Ede, who offers full implementation and ongoing support of ISO & BRC Business Quality Management Systems. Nigel is also qualified to undertake both internal and supplier audits. Leaning on over thirty years of hands...
Policy News
How is business for you? COVID-19 Economic Indicator now open
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represent the views of our members to national government, ensuring that the business case drives government policy. A fundamental benefit of being part of this network of businesses is the ability to ensure your...
2019-20 Chamber Network Campaign wins
This British Chambers of Commerce is owned by, and work for, a network of Chambers of Commerce that champion and support Members all across the UK and in countries and markets around the world. The unique perspective gives us unparalleled insight into British business...
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Charity News
ECHO’s Platinum Colour Fest
Thanks to local charity ECHO, a Fun Run with a difference will be part of the Leominster Festival on Saturday 4th June. The run will start and finish at Halo Bridge Street Sports Centre. Dressed in white, participants will be able to run, jog, walk or dance their way...
The Courtyard receive funding from Theatres Trust Theatre Improvement Scheme to help in its journey in becoming a zero-carbon venue
The Courtyard are thrilled to announce that it has received funding from Theatres Trust to make environmental improvements to its building. Theatres Trust has awarded £120,000 from its Theatre Improvement Scheme, in partnership with the Wolfson Foundation, to eight...
Equity Commission Urges Action On Workplace Barriers
The Workplace Equity Commission, convened by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), has outlined more than 40 recommendations to improve employment opportunities and breakdown barriers for people in the workplace. The Commission has focused on supporting the 5.5...
BCC News
Equity Commission Urges Action On Workplace Barriers
The Workplace Equity Commission, convened by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), has outlined more than 40 recommendations to improve employment opportunities and breakdown barriers for people in the workplace. The Commission has focused on supporting the 5.5...
Worcestershire News
Students Shortlisted in Prestigious Nursing Times Awards
Four students at the University of Worcester have been shortlisted in the annual Student Nursing Times Awards. Swathi Suresh has been shortlisted for the Mary Seacole Award for Outstanding Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion, while Phillipa Mills, Sophie Prothero...
Community Forum Members Take Tour of University’s New Facility
Members of the University of Worcester’s Community Forum were among the first to visit the University’s new health and wellbeing building as it nears completion. Members of the forum had the chance to take a tour of the new facility, which was previously the Worcester...
Herefordshire News
New cyber centre secures two coveted construction awards
The new Cyber Quarter – Midlands Centre for Cyber Security building based in Herefordshire has secured two coveted top prizes at the Constructing Excellence West Midlands Awards 2021. CE Midlands is the organisation charged with driving the change agenda within the...
Herefordshire Council submits plan to Government for investment in bus services
Improving bus services across the county for residents and visitors is central to plans soon to be submitted to the Department for Transport (DfT). The bus service improvement plan for Herefordshire sets out how the council plans to invest in bus services across the...
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BCC Welcome Clarity On Energy Pricing
Responding to the government’s decision not to introduce zonal pricing, Ben Martin, Policy Manager at the BCC, said: “We believe the government has made the right decision in ruling out zonal pricing. Its Clean Power Mission has the right ambition; to ensure that the...
Trade Strategy Must Support Smaller Exporters
Fewer than one fifth (18%) of micro-exporters (fewer than 10 employees) increased export orders in Q2, with 29% reporting a decrease. By comparison, 29% of large exporters (more than 250 staff) increased their export orders with a fifth (20%) reporting a drop. More...
Atwell G2G Cycle Challenge Smashes £12,000 Fundraising Target
In a challenge of a lifetime, Worcester based Atwell International Ltd, took on a 320-mile mission on 26th June to cycle from Gheluvelt Park in Worcester to Gheluvelt in Belgium (Ypres), in a gruelling four-day journey to smash their fundraising charity target of...
Law firm hosts Lions rugby networking event
Partners from Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors hosted a special British & Irish Lions networking event at Stourton Park, home of Stourbridge Rugby Club. Over 90 business professionals from across the region attended the breakfast event to network and cheer...
Severn Valley Railway wins UK Enterprise award
The Severn Valley Railway has been named as Leading Railway Enthusiast Site in the 2025 SME UK Enterprise Awards. Awards coordinator Laura O’Carroll said: ‘SME News prides itself on the validity of its awards and winners. The awards are given solely on merit and are...
Preventing Harm at the Heart of Policing Conference
Stark statistics, shocking stories, and insights into policing methods were all part of the Evidence Based Policing Conference at the University of Worcester recently. The event, attended by students, staff, and representatives from a host of organisations, addressed...
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